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Saddle Stitch Operator

Lomira, WI · On-site

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

Quad is seeking Saddle Stitch Operators for the Lomira, WI plant. Experience with Muller Martini 12-40 pocket machines or Goss 855s with 40-pocket capabilities is highly desirable . Will consider ...

Saddle Stitch Operator - Relocation Assistance Available Location: Hartford, WI Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 / hour , based on relevant experience and work history Paid Relocation: Available for qualified ...

Saddle Stitch Operator - Relocation Assistance Available Location: Hartford, WI Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 / hour , based on relevant experience and work history Paid Relocation: Available for qualified ...

Saddle Stitch Operator

Lomira, WI · On-site

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

Quad is seeking Saddle Stitch Operators for the Lomira, WI plant. Experience with Muller Martini 12-40 pocket machines or Goss 855s with 40-pocket capabilities is highly desirable . Will consider ...

Saddle Stitch Operator

Lomira, WI · On-site

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

Quad is seeking Saddle Stitch Operators for the Lomira, WI plant. Experience with Muller Martini 12-40 pocket machines or Goss 855s with 40-pocket capabilities is highly desirable . Will consider ...

Quad is seeking Saddle Stitch Operators for the Lomira, WI plant. Experience with Muller Martini 12-40 pocket machines or Goss 855s with 40-pocket capabilities is highly desirable . Will consider ...

Saddle Stitch Operator

Lomira, WI · On-site

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

Quad is seeking Saddle Stitch Operators for the Lomira, WI plant. Experience with Muller Martini 12-40 pocket machines or Goss 855s with 40-pocket capabilities is highly desirable . Will consider ...

Printing - Saddle Stitcher Operator Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM 5 days per week; occasional overtime as needed to meet deadlines. Job Overview This position is part of the Bindery Department and ...

Quad is seeking Saddle Stitch Operators for the Lomira, WI plant. Experience with Muller Martini 12-40 pocket machines or Goss 855s with 40-pocket capabilities is highly desirable . Will consider ...

Saddle Stitch Operator

Lomira, WI · On-site

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

Quad is seeking Saddle Stitch Operators for the Lomira, WI plant. Experience with Muller Martini 12-40 pocket machines or Goss 855s with 40-pocket capabilities is highly desirable . Will consider ...

The Saddle Stitch Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining saddle stitch binding equipment to produce high-quality printed materials such as booklets, magazines, catalogs ...

The Saddle Stitch Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining saddle stitch binding equipment to produce high-quality printed materials such as booklets, magazines, catalogs ...

Are you an experienced Saddle Stitcher Operator who takes pride in running a smooth, efficient finishing operation? At Mittera Wisconsin, you'll take ownership of your equipment, lead a small crew on ...

Are you an experienced Saddle Stitcher Operator who takes pride in running a smooth, efficient finishing operation? At Mittera Wisconsin, you'll take ownership of your equipment, lead a small crew on ...

The Saddle Stitcher Operator is responsible for operating saddle stitcher machines and will play an essential role in the company. This position is a leadership role and will assist in directing the ...

The Saddle Stitcher Operator is responsible for operating saddle stitcher machines and will play an essential role in the company. This position is a leadership role and will assist in directing the ...

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How much do saddle stitch operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for saddle stitch operator in the United States is $20.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a saddle stitch operator?

To thrive as a Saddle Stitch Operator, you need mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience with bindery processes, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with saddle stitching machines, basic maintenance tools, and production management systems is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and time management are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure efficient production, minimize errors, and maintain high-quality finished print products in a fast-paced print environment.

What are some common challenges a saddle stitch operator might encounter during production runs?

Saddle Stitch Operators often face challenges such as managing machine jams, ensuring accurate alignment of pages, and maintaining consistent staple quality throughout large production runs. They must be vigilant about paper feed issues, misfeeds, and quality checks to prevent costly rework. Operators also frequently collaborate with press operators and bindery supervisors to troubleshoot problems and keep production on schedule, making strong communication and problem-solving skills essential for success in this role.

What does a saddle stitch operator do?

As a saddle stitch operator, you work under the direction of a bindery department supervisor to set-up equipment. You operate a saddle-stitch production line to produce products, such as books, while meeting quality standards and specifications set by the client. You review each job before starting to ensure you understand everything that needs to be completed; this includes special instructions and procedures to set-up the machine or line. Other responsibilities include checking product quality regularly, removing pieces that do not meet standards, and maintaining accurate production records. You perform daily and periodic maintenance on equipment, and assist with repairs or rebuilds. Additional duties include preparing new employees and reporting unusual activities to your supervisor.

What is a saddle stitch operator?

A Saddle Stitch Operator is a skilled professional in the printing and binding industry who operates machines that bind booklets, magazines, brochures, and other printed materials using the saddle stitching method, which involves stapling sheets together along the folded spine. They are responsible for setting up the saddle stitcher, monitoring the production process, troubleshooting machine issues, and ensuring that finished products meet quality standards. This role often requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

What is the difference between Saddle Stitch Operator vs Bindery Operator?

AspectSaddle Stitch OperatorBindery Operator
CredentialsTypically requires high school diploma or equivalent; training on stitching machinesSimilar credentials; training on binding and finishing equipment
Work EnvironmentPrint shops, publishing houses, commercial printersPrint finishing departments, commercial print facilities
Job FocusAssembling booklets, magazines by stitchingBinding, trimming, folding printed materials

The Saddle Stitch Operator specializes in assembling booklets and magazines using saddle stitching machines, focusing on stitching and binding. The Bindery Operator handles a broader range of finishing tasks, including binding, trimming, and folding. Both roles require similar skills and work environments, but their specific functions differ in the finishing process of printed materials.

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Infographic showing various Saddle Stitch Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 43% Full Time, 55% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,285 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Saddle Stitch Operator

Quad

Lomira, WI • On-site

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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Job description

As a global marketing experience company, Quad's goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We've built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we're all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we're a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Quad is seeking Saddle Stitch Operators for the Lomira, WI plant. Experience with Muller Martini 12-40 pocket machines or Goss 855s with 40-pocket capabilities is highly desirable . Will consider candidates who have run other types of Saddle Stitch equipment as well.

At Quad, the wage range for a Saddle Stitch Operator is between $19.25 - $24.25 / hr. depending on experience. You have immediate opportunities to advance – driving you to be better than yesterday. As your career progresses, there are multiple upward paths available, as we are continuously looking for our next group of leaders to excel within the organization.

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Operate the machine effectively and safely according to standards to ensure a quality product.
  • Perform and document preventative and routine maintenance as needed or assigned.
  • Make ready the stacker, tiers, mail head, and mail control.
  • Make ready and run all aspects of the saddle stitcher (pockets, gatherer, stitcher heads, in feed, trimmer, mail table, and mail head, etc.).
  • Make-ready and run demographic and inkjet.
  • Fill in for other master operators when needed.
  • Assist other master operators with start-ups as much as possible when their line is down.
  • Support material handlers during continuous self-supported running (including mail-sacking, skid stacking, pocket filling, cover filling, etc.) and give work direction during downtime and clean-up.
  • Read and understand binding instructions, mailing instructions, and support the BCS system.
  • Ensure proper functioning of safety devices (i.e, guards, stop buttons)
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
  • Perform additional tasks as needed or assigned.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated skill in mechanics/mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to read and interpret binding/mailing instructions and operating/maintenance manuals.
  • Knowledge of department safety practices.
  • Good understanding of all Bindery functions/procedures.
  • Good understanding of the co-palletization process, demographics, and selective binding processes.
  • Good understanding of primary causes and remedies for various quality problems.
  • Ability to recognize, identify, analyze, and communicate problem situations and/or factors.
  • Basic computer skills, including a good understanding of the BCS System.
  • Willingness to move to other machines.
  • Willingness to work overtime on unscheduled days.
  • Good organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Ability to work easily and productively with others and with minimal supervision.
  • You will work a compressed 3 and 4-day work week geared toward balancing work and family life (12-hour shift (either 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. - 7 a.m.) including weekends, and holidays).
  • Essential functions of this job include the following: the ability to lift 10-15 pounds continuously, the ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally, stand for long hours, use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement, receive and follow instructions, and use vision to identify defects.

We offer comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays and additional benefits.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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